polymath
/ˈpɒlɪmæθ/
Group 14Difficulty 2/3
Definition
- (noun)
- A person of wide-ranging knowledge or learning GRE
Example in Context
The Renaissance polymath excelled in painting, engineering, and anatomy, embodying the era's ideal of the universal mind.
Synonyms
all-roundergeniusscholar
Etymology
A person with a wealth of knowledge across many fields.
- poly- (Greek) — many
- mathes (Greek) — learning
Memory Aid
🧠Sounds like “poly math”
A math genius juggling POLYgon shapes while solving equations — a true POLYMATH!
Visual Association
📚A scholar surrounded by books in various subjects, effortlessly mastering them all.
Semantic Clusters
Synonym Groups
Frequently Asked Questions
What does “polymath” mean on the GRE?
polymath (noun) means “A person of wide-ranging knowledge or learning”. The Renaissance polymath excelled in painting, engineering, and anatomy, embodying the era's ideal of the universal mind.
How to remember “polymath” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “polymath” sounds like “poly math”. A math genius juggling POLYgon shapes while solving equations — a true POLYMATH!
What are synonyms for “polymath”?
Common synonyms: all-rounder, genius, scholar.